Prototypes / Demo Day

The aim of these prototypes are to determine the final form of the product. These are general directions in which a visual language and feedback system could be further developed. Additional signifiers could be added and amplified, but part of the challenge here is to give the user just enough information so that it stays abstract and doesn't become an annoyance. 

The following is a simple exploration of balance through motion. 

  1. If the user has done well; it rotates and lands on the white side.
  2. If the user had not done well; it rotates and lands on the black side.
  3. If the user is right on track; the circle is perfectly balanced. 


The one below takes the route of a more anthropomorphic form, inspired by the actual deconstruction and construction your body goes through. This one also explores balance through form rather than motion. 

  1. If the user has done well; the form is more positive and expands vertically. 
  2. If the user had not done well; the form deconstructs and contracts vertically. 
  3. If the user is right on track; the circle is perfect. 

This one explores how a physical data visualization system could emerge from balance. How could different positioning of the ball into pockets signify progress at different stages? How could the ball in motion be perceived as rewarding, anthropomorphic or engaging? 

  1. If the user has done well; the ball rolls to the rightmost pockets. 
  2. If the user had not done well; the ball rolls to the leftmost pockets. 
  3. If the user is right on track; the ball is balanced in the middle. 

 

Demo Day 

(Parsons, Feb 19th)

I wanted to synthesize the feedback I got from demoing my most previous prototypes. These where the most interesting points that I would like to consider for the final outcome: 

  • The idea of a physical data visualization was well received.
  • Desk lamp that also gives you information was liked, as long as not the product looses it's utility.
  • Desk toys where brought up as a reference. 
  • The product needs to amplify physical progress in a positive manner. 
  • Methodology was well understood. 
  • The idea of balance in conjunction with health and motivation was well received. 
  • Using light was well received, if used as an environmental signifier. 
  • How can I balance it not being in the way and still you not noticing it after a while? 
  • Conversations highlighted the signifiers that would result when a user had not done well.